2008 VAAA – Memphis Academy of Health Sciences

Second Place, West Division, Middle Schools Curtis Weathers, Principal 3925 Chelsea Extension Memphis, TN 38108 Memphis Schools Website here Recipe For Success: Memphis Academy of Health Sciences Middle School (MAHS, pronounced Mause) is one of the first charter schools in Tennessee to open its doors. On July 18, 2003, students arrived at MAHS to what appeared to be a very chaotic beginning— furniture in the hallways, unopened boxes of supplies, parents and students unsure of where to report. … Read More

2008 VAAA – West Carroll Junior High School

First Place, West Division, Middle Schools Lex Suite, Principal 760 Highway 77 Atwood, TN 38220 West Carroll Special School District Website here Recipe For Success: My college president told me more than once that the key to success is surrounding yourself with good people. That is the simple recipe for our achievement at West Carroll Jr/Sr High School. We have good teachers; and we have good students. A good core of teachers has continued to work together over … Read More

2008 VAAA – Fairview Middle School

Third Place, Middle Division, Middle Schools Brian Bass, Principal 7200 Cumberland Drive Fairview, TN 37062 Williamson County Schools Website here Recipe For Success: The secret to our success at Fairview Middle School can be attributed to a common simple belief that we can always improve. There will always be students who can learn more than they are currently learning. I like to say that it takes three P’s: Passion, Purpose, and Perseverance. First and foremost, administration, guidance, teachers, … Read More

2008 VAAA – Smith County Middle School

Second Place, Middle Division, Middle Schools Ronnie Scudder, Principal 134 SCMS Lane Carthage, TN 37030 Smith County Schools Website here Recipe For Success: At Smith County Middle School, our faculty, staff, and students live by two quotes: 1. Strong Commitment Marks Success 2. Excuses are not acceptable. Failure is not an option. Excellence is our goal. From the first faculty meeting each year until the last day of school, high expectations for student achievement and behavior are instilled … Read More

2008 VAAA – Dickson Middle School

First Place, Middle Division, Middle Schools Johnny Chandler, Principal 401 East College Street Dickson, TN 37055 Dickson County Schools Website here Recipe For Success: Dickson Middle School has adopted the beliefs of some rather successful individuals in providing the best education we can to our entire student body. Coach Pat Head Summitt, coach of the Lady Vols, says, “Never Ever let anyone out work you.” We as a staff believe that is something we can always control. We … Read More

2008 VAAA – Clairfield Elementary School

Third Place, East Division, Middle Schools Linda Keck, Principal 6360 Highway 90 Clairfield, TN 37715 Claiborne County Schools Website here Recipe For Success: When you enter Clairfield Elementary School, you will immediately recognize you are watching a well oiled machine. Everyone in the building is moving toward one aim-to do what is in the best interest of the children. The community, teachers, and parents have mobilized around the school to help it rise to its current success. The … Read More

2008 VAAA – University School

Second Place, East Division, Middle Schools Dr. Deborah DeFrieze, Director PO Box 70632 Johnson City, TN 37614 Washington County Schools Recipe For Success: Our school improvement initiatives for the years 2004-2009 were conceived by two of the many fine faculty members at University School. Our school faculty decided during the 2004-5 school year to focus on the standards of the curriculum area to be adopted each year. We would address the areas that needed to improve in each … Read More

2008 VAAA – Joppa Elementary School

First Place, East Division, Middle Schools Curtis Wells, Principal 4745 Rutledge Park Rutledge, TN 37861 Grainger County Schools Website here Recipe For Success: Improving student achievement at Joppa School required a drastic change in the focus of all involved with the education of the students. In general, the students, parents, faculty and staff members were very satisfied with the school and saw no need for change. Through data analysis, used in conjunction with the development of our School … Read More

2008 VAAA – Walker Elementary School

Third Place, West Division, Elementary Schools Patricia White, Principal 9380 Highway 128 Savannah, TN 38372 Hardin County Schools Website here Recipe For Success: The success that Walker Elementary has enjoyed for the past few years can be attributed to a variety of factors. A nurturing, family climate, a highly qualified staff, supportive parents, and most importantly, a community of eager, industrious learners have all combined to create the positive, goal-oriented environment that the entire Walker family shares. A … Read More

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